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Washing crockery: tips and tricks

Washing your crockery and cutlery is an important - and unavoidable! - task. Find out how to wash your crockery thoroughly yet gently. 

Effective methods for washing crockery

Warm water, a cloth and washing-up liquid are usually all you need to wash your crockery after use. To easily remove stubborn residue or stains on your crockery, you can use a
regular ceramic hob cleaner, found in most homes, or a non-scratch cleaning product/porcelain cleaner, such as “Etolit” or “Astonish”. You may need to wash your dishes several times or leave the cleaning product to work for a while. In some cases, soaking your crockery in water helps to remove caked-on food residue or stains. You can then wipe them off with a cloth.

You can also clean cutlery, glasses and porcelain in the dishwasher, provided the items are dishwasher-safe. Depending on the level of residue, you may need to rinse the dishes first to ensure the machine completely removes baked-on food residue.

The dishwasher is a staple in many kitchens today. Manufacturers claim that their machines leave dishes spotless, which is often true. However, dishwashers are not the right choice for every type of crockery. Good old-fashioned hand-washing is often more appropriate, especially for delicate items. Read on to find out how to wash crockery properly!

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Can you wash knives in the dishwasher?

The dishwasher is a quick and convenient way to wash dishes. However, it can accelerate of blunting sharp knives. It could also damage your knives. Wooden handles can swell and crack in hot water. Generally, cleaning knives in the dishwasher is therefore not recommended. Read on to find out more about this.

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Polishing cutlery

How to bring back the shine

Stainless steel or silver cutlery does not always come out of the dishwasher completely clean. If you notice any stains, wash your cutlery again using a soft sponge and washing-up liquid and then dry it thoroughly. For stubborn stains, there are various household products you can use to make knives, forks, and other utensils shine again. Find out more here.

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